CVE-2023-40945
CWE-89Published: September 11, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Sourcecodester Doctor Appointment System 1.0 is vulnerable to SQL Injection in the variable $userid at doctors\myDetails.php.
Risk Analysis
The Doctor Appointment System 1.0 contains an SQL injection vulnerability in the user ID parameter, allowing for unauthorized database access. This critical vulnerability is rated 9.8.
No public exploit is known, and it is not in the CISA KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Implement input validation and parameterized queries to mitigate SQL injection risks. Upgrade the application to a secure version.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-40945 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-40945 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts